Circle of Protection: Green is card #12 from the 1993 Limited Edition Beta set, a foundational white enchantment in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.
Circle of Protection: Green
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Description
Released in 1993 as part of the Limited Edition Beta set, Circle of Protection: Green (Card #12) remains a cornerstone of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This white enchantment, illustrated by Sandra Everingham, was designed to provide early-game resilience against green-based threats. The card's effect allows a player to pay one white mana to prevent the next instance of damage from a chosen green source, making it a strategic tool in the early days of the game. Collectors value this card not only for its gameplay utility but also for its historical significance within the Limited Edition Beta expansion. As one of the original sets released, it represents the genesis of the TCG genre. The Limited Edition Beta print features a distinct black border and specific set code (LEB) that differentiate it from other early printings. For investors and set builders, securing a copy of this card is often a priority due to its central role in the format's history. Whether you are building a vintage collection or seeking to complete the Limited Edition Beta series, Circle of Protection: Green is an essential piece of Magic: The Gathering history.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Circle of Protection: Green
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Sandra Everingham
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Enchantment
W
Card Text
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{1}: The next time a green source of your choice would deal damage to you this turn, prevent that damage.
FAQ
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What is the set code for Magic: The Gathering Limited Edition Beta?
The set code for the Limited Edition Beta expansion is LEB, which distinguishes it from other early printings like Unlimited or Alpha.
How does Circle of Protection: Green work in gameplay?
This white enchantment allows you to pay one white mana to prevent the next damage that would be dealt to you by a chosen green source.
Who illustrated Circle of Protection: Green?
The card was illustrated by Sandra Everingham, who contributed to many iconic early Magic: The Gathering cards.
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